Also, I thought while I was into it this deep, I would freshen up the engine compartment. Here is what is removed at this point, pursuant to that goal:
- Hood
- Alternator
- Exhaust manifold
- FI lines
- Intake manifold
- Radiator and coolant lines
- Valve Cover
- Coolant housing attachment to the head (Where the temp sensor is)
- Chain tensioner
Still left:
- Brake booster
- PS pump reservoir
- Miscsellaneous
Then I would prep and paint the general area, maybe have some plating done, and so forth. This would include really cleaning things up and probably even painting the block. (The previous owner had painted the aluminum components silver, and the general body flat black - ugh.)
The car has just under 100K so it sounds as though I should also replace the timing chain. It would be very helpful to also remove the FI Pump, do this work, then re-install.
The question is how difficult it is to get everything back in time. Right now, the engine is at TDC with the distributor pointing at the indication for number one cylinder. I could install a new timing chain using the old one, it sounds like? Then reset the TDC setting, then proceed with the FI pump removal.
How difficult is it to set everything back into time? What are the thoughts?
Thanks again,
Harry
